Q.Do I need a First Aid Certificate to be a Security Guard?

A. A certified copy of the statement of attainment/qualification recording HLTFA311A (Apply first aid) or HLTFA301C (Apply first aid) must be included in your licence application to SLED for the following Class 1 security activities:

Unarmed Guard

Bodyguard

Crowd control

Guard Dog Handler

Armed Guard

First aid training remain current for three years from the date issued. It is required that your first aid certificate remain current whilst performing the above security activities.